VESDA VLC

Installation Guide

VESDA VLC-500
VESDA VLC-505

March 2014
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Part Number: 18935
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General Warning
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must be taken during the installation, commissioning and maintenance of the product. The system should not be
connected to a power source until all the components have been installed. Proper safety precautions must be taken
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Codes and Standards Information for Air Sampling Smoke Detection

We strongly recommend that this document is read in conjunction with the appropriate local codes and standards
for smoke detection and electrical connections. This document contains generic product information and some
sections may not comply with all local codes and standards. In these cases, the local codes and standards must
take precedence. The information below was correct at time of printing but may now be out of date, check with your
local codes, standards and listings for the current restrictions.
FCC Compliance Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15
of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However,
there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one
or more of the following measures; re-orientate or relocate the receiving antenna, increase the separation between
the equipment and receiver, connect the equipment to a power outlet which is on a different power circuit to the
receiver or consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for help.
FDA
This Xtralis product incorporates a laser device and is classified as a Class 1 laser product that complies with FDA
regulations 21 CFR 1040.10. The laser is housed in a sealed detector chamber and contains no serviceable parts.
The laser emits invisible light and can be hazardous if viewed with the naked eye. Under no circumstances should
the detector chamber be opened.
FM Hazardous Applications
3611 Hazardous Approval Warning: Exposure to some chemicals may degrade the sealing of relays used on the
detector. Relays used on the detector are marked “TX2-5V”, “G6S-2-5V” or “EC2-5NU”.
VESDA detectors must not be connected or disconnected to a PC while the equipment is powered in an FM
Division 2 hazardous (classified) location (defined by FM 3611).
FM Approved Applications
The product must be powered from VPS-100US-120 or VPS-100US-220.
ONORM F3014
ONORM F3014, transport times for all tubes (including capillaries) must not exceed 60 seconds from any hole. This
means that the predesigned pipe networks that include capillaries cannot be used.
AS1603.8
The performance of this product is dependent upon the configuration of the pipe network. Any extensions or
modifications to the pipe network may cause the product to stop working correctly. You must check that ASPIRE2
approves alterations before making any changes.
ASPIRE2 is available from your VESDA distributor.
AS1851.1 2005
Maintenance Standards. Wherever this document and the AS1851.1 differ, AS1851.1 should be followed in
preference to this document.

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Regional regulatory requirements and notices for the VLC

UL
For open area protection the fire alarm threshold (signal) that initiates an evacuation procedure via the Fire Alarm
Panel must not be set less sensitive than 0.625%/ft. The detector can send this signal via the Fire Alarm Panel
Output signal or the Pre-Alarm output signal.
Through validation testing, Underwriters Laboratories Inc. has verified that VESDA ECO gas detectors, when
installed within the sample pipe network, present no significant effects on the smoke detection performance of the
unit. The use of the ASPIRE2 calculation software is required to verify system design performance with all devices
included in the design.
European Installations
The product must use a power supply conforming to EN54: Part 4.
EN54-20
The product must use a power supply conforming to EN 54-4.
The product is compliant with EN 54-20 sensitivity requirements provided the following conditions are met:
l For a Class A detector, hole sensitivity must be better than 1.5% obscuration/m and transport time less than 60
seconds
l For a Class B detector, hole sensitivity must be better than 4.5% obscuration/m and transport time less than 90
seconds
l For a Class C detector, hole sensitivity must be better than 10% obscuration/m and transport time less than
120 seconds
These limits should be verified using ASPIRE2 during the design of the sampling pipe network.
The product is compliant with EN 54-20 flow monitoring requirements provided the following conditions are met:
l The minor low and minor high flow thresholds should be set at 85% and 115% respectively
l The flow through the detector predicted by ASPIRE2 should be in the range 20 to 65 lpm
Additional information:
l Class A detectors passed EN 54-20 approvals testing with 30 holes and 0.05% obscuration/m detector
sensitivity
l Class B detectors passed EN 54-20 approvals testing with 36 holes and 0.09% obscuration/m detector
sensitivity
l Class C detectors passed EN 54-20 approvals testing with 40 holes and 0.165% obscuration/m detector
sensitivity

Approvals
l UL
l ULC
l FM
l LPCB
l VdS
l CCC
l ActivFire
l AFNOR
l VNIIPO
l CE - EMC and CPD
l EN 54-20
Regional approvals listings and regulatory compliance vary between VESDA product models. Refer to
www.xtralis.com for the latest product approvals matrix.
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Table of Contents
1 Introduction 3
2 Cabling Requirements 5
2.1 Power Cables 5
2.2 Data Cables 5
3 Specifications 7
4 Dimensions 9
5 Battery Backup 11
5.1 Backup battery size calculation sheet 11
6 Installation 13
6.1 Check Procedure Before Installation 13
6.2 Remove Front Cover 14
6.3 Removal of Plastic Plugs for Cable Entry 14
6.4 Securing the Mounting Bracket 14
6.5 Attaching the Detector onto the Bracket 15
6.6 Connecting the Air Sampling Pipe 16
6.7 Cabling Using Glands and Conduits 16
6.8 Procedure to Terminate Wires to the Termination Card 18
6.9 Terminating the Power Wires to the Termination Card 18
6.10 Connecting the VESDAnet Wires to the Termination Card (VN model only) 19
6.11 Terminating the Relay Wires to the Termination Card 19
6.12 Terminating the Auxiliary Wires to the Termination Card 20
6.13 Closing the VLC 20
6.14 Pipe Bonding Check 20
7 Power Up 21
7.1 Power Up the System 21
8 Preliminary System Checks 23
8.1 Logging On to the System 23
8.2 Normalize the Air Flow and Clearing Air Flow Faults 23
8.3 VESDAnet Communication Check (For VN Model only) 24
8.4 Basic Pass/Fail Smoke Test 24
9 Installation Checklist 25
10 Maintenance and Parts Replacement 27
10.1 Exploded view of VESDA VLC components 28
10.2 Opening the Detector 28
10.3 Closing the Detector 28
10.4 Replacing the Air Filter Cartridge 28
10.5 Replacing the Aspirator 29

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1 Introduction
Scope of this Guide
This guide is intended for installation technicians to be able to install, perform basic power and preliminary
device checks for the VESDA VLC detector. It does not cover information for commissioning. All VESDA
equipment is to be commissioned by personnel who have attended a VESDA accreditation course.
Use the checklist in Chapter 9 to verify that the installation has been correctly completed. Fill out the details in
the checklist sheet for the site and submit it to the appropriate personnel.
Cautions
l The Detector must only be installed by VESDA accredited personnel.
l The performance of the system depends on the pipe network that was designed for the site. Any
alteration to the pipe network may alter the performance of the system. The ASPIRE2 design tool is to be
used to verify the suitability of any pipe network design and subsequent alterations.ASPIRE2 is available
from www.xtralis.com or your authorized representative.
l The IP rating for the VESDA VLC is IP 30. This rating indicates the device is not to be installed where
there is the possibility of any water or liquid falling onto the device.
AVERTISSEMENT :
l Le détecteur doit être installé uniquement par un personnel accrédité VESDA.
l L'efficacité du système dépend de la conception du réseau de prélèvement. Toute modification au réseau
pourra changer les capacités du système. Il est nécessaire de vérifier les capacités aérauliques du
système avec le logiciel ASPIRE2. ASPIRE2 est disponible auprès de votre distributeur.
l L’Indice de Protection du VLC est estimé à IP 30. Cet indice indique qu’il ne faut pas installer l’appareil
dans une zone ou l’eau puisse ruisseler sur l’appareil.

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2 Cabling Requirements
The terminals on the termination card in the VESDA VLC will accept wire sizes up to 2.5mm² (12 AWG).

2.1 Power Cables

Use the power ratings for the detector to determine the required wire sizes.
The power requirements for the detector to operate are as follows:
l Operating voltage: 18 VDC to 30 VDC
l Current consumption: 225 mA max (No Alarm), 245 mA max (With Alarm)

2.2 Data Cables

The recommended RS485 data cable for interconnecting to other detector units on the VESDAnet loop is
Belden 9841 (or equivalent). The cable characteristics are as follows:
l 24 AWG, Twisted pair, Shielded, 120 ohms impedance
The maximum specified length for the RS485 cable between any two devices on the VESDAnet network is
1300m (4000ft).

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3 Specifications
Table 3-1: VESDA VLC detector specifications

Supply Voltage 18 to 30 VDC

Power Consumption 5.4 W during normal operation, 5.9 W with alarm on
Current Consumption 225 mA at 24 VDC normal operation, 245 mA with alarm on
Fuse Rating 1.6A
Dimensions (WHD) 225 mm x 225 mm x 85 mm (8 7/8” x 8 7/8”x 3 3/8”)
Weight 1.9kg (4.2 lbs)
Operating Conditions l Ambient: 0°C to 39°C (32°F to 103°F)
(To operate the VLC detector outside
l Tested: -10°C to +55°C (14°F to 131°F) *
these parameters please contact l Sampled Air: -20° to 60° C (-4° to 140° F) *
your nearest Xtralis Office) l Humidity: 10-95% RH, non-condensing
Storage Conditions l Battery life: up to 2 years
(Non-operational)
l Humidity: dry (<95%)
l Temperature: 0° to 85° C,
l Must not exposed to sunlight or other radiation sources
Sampling Pipe Network l Maximum area of coverage: 800 m² (8000 sq. ft.)
l Maximum Single Pipe Length: 80 m (max. 20 holes)
l Maximum branched (2) Pipe Lengths: 50 m each (max. 20 holes)
l Computer Design Tool:ASPIRE2
Pipe Size l ID: 15-21 mm (0.874 in)
l OD: 25 mm (1.050 in.)
Relays 3 relays, contacts rated 2A @ 30 VDC
Programmable to latched or non-latched states
Relays Default Configuration l Fire
l Pre-Alarm
l Alert/Fault (Maintenance and Isolate)
l Programmable 0 - 60 sec. time delay for each relay
IP Rating IP30
Cable Access 4 x 25 mm (1 in) cable entries
Cable Termination Screw terminal blocks (0.2-2.5 sq mm, 30-12 AWG)
Detector Resolution 0.005 to 20.00% obs/m (0.0015 to 6.25% obs/ft.)
Threshold Setting Range l Alert: 0.005 - 1.990% obs/m (0.0015 - 0.6218% obs/ft.)
l Pre-Alarm: 0.010 -1.995% obs/m (0.0031 - 0.6234% obs/ft.)
l Fire: 0.015 - 20% obs/m (0.0046 - 6.25% obs/ft.) **
Key Software Features l Event log: Up to 12000 events stored on FIFO basis.
l (Volatile Event Log) Smoke level, alarms and faults with time and date
stamp
l AutoLearn: Minimum 15 minutes, maximum 15 days. (Recommended
minimum period 1 day).
l During AutoLearn thresholds are NOT changed from pre-set values.

* Product UL listed between 0° to 38°C (32° F to 100° F)

** Factory Default = UL268 = Fire set to 12% obs/m (4% obs/ft.) to comply with UL268. If the factory default is off, the
fire threshold can be set up to 20% obs/m (6.25% /ft.)

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4 Dimensions

Figure 4-1: Dimensions in mm. (inches) for VESDA VLC

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205mm
8.07in

225mm
8.86in

112.5mm
4.43in

95mm
3.74in
112.5mm
4.43in

225mm
8.86in

E = Cable Entry Port on rear of enclosure

Figure 4-2: VESDA VLC detector dimensions - rear view

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5 Battery Backup
The power supply for the VESDA VLC detector may be switched to a back up battery in the event of the
supply being disrupted. The size of the battery back up is determined by local standards and codes, the total
power required by the system, back up time required, allowance for reduction in capacity with age and
expected temperature variations.
Note: It is recommended that batteries be changed as per the battery manufacturer’s specifications or as
per the relevant local codes and standards.

5.1 Backup battery size calculation sheet

The nominal battery voltage is 24 VDC.
Use Table 5-1 to calculate and to determine the battery backup requirements for your fire detection system.
Table 5-1: Calculations to determine the battery backup requirements

Normal Load @ 24 VDC Full alarm load @ 24 VDC

Equipment Load mA Number Total Load mA Number Total
Detector 225 245
Remote Display 90 110
Remote Programmer 50 110
(backlight off) (backlight on)

Hand-held Programmer 50 110

(backlight off) (backlight on)

Other 24 V loads
Total mA Total mA
X X
Standby hours Alarm hours
= X 1.06
Standby capacity Alarm capacity

Total capacity = Standby + Alarm capacity

Divided by 1000 for standby capacity

Multiplied by battery factor (Normally 1.25)

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6 Installation
6.1 Check Procedure Before Installation
a. Do not install your VESDA VLC if there are any signs of shipping damage to the product. Inform your
distributor if there is any damage.
b. Check the model of the VESDA VLC is correct as per the design specifications for the site. Refer to the
model number located on the bottom of the detector enclosure.
c. Identify the location where the detector is to be mounted. The VESDA VLC can be mounted on a wall or a
suitable secure surface. There are two allowable mounting positions (see Figure 6-1) for the VESDA
VLC:
l Mounting the device with the air inlet pipe on the top of the box and with the air exhaust pipe at the
bottom. (Normal Orientation)
l Mounting the device with the air inlet pipe at the bottom of the box and with the air exhaust pipe on
the top. (Inverted Orientation)
d. Verify that the selected mounting location is suitable to fit the detector by test fitting the VESDA VLC
onto the actual mounting position. Ensure there is 150mm (6in) of clear space around the air inlet pipe and
cable entry points to allow for pipe and conduit entry.
e. Verify that the cable entry points and the sampling air pipes are at the correct locations.
f. Determine the type of fasteners required to attach the mounting bracket onto the mounting surface. The
size of the screw holes on the mounting plate is 8mm (1/3in).

Legend
A Air Inlet Port
B Air Exhaust Port
C Cable Entry
One entry point on rear of enclosure, not
shown

Figure 6-1: VESDA VLC Orientation, Normal (left), Inverted (right)

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6.2 Remove Front Cover

a. Unscrew the two Philips head screws located on the left and right hand sides of the front cover.
b. Remove the cover. The front cover is held to the main enclosure with a plastic tie. There is a cable loom
labelled LED CARD that connects the termination card in the enclosure to the LED card located behind
the front cover. If you need to separate the front cover from the main enclosure perform steps (c) to (d),
otherwise go to Section 6.3.
c. Remove the LED CARD cable connector from its socket on the termination card.
d. Twist the plastic tie by 90 degrees on the cover side and slip the tie out through the slot.

Legend
A Termination Card
B Air Inlet
C Cable Entry
One entry point on rear of enclosure, not
shown

D Aspirator
E Enclosure
F Cover
G Screws

Figure 6-2: VESDA VLC with Front Cover removed. (Normal Orientation)

6.3 Removal of Plastic Plugs for Cable Entry

a. Determine the cable entry holes to be used. Refer to Figure 6-2.
b. Use your thumb to push out the hole plugs from inside the enclosure.

6.4 Securing the Mounting Bracket

Warning: Make sure that there are no electrical wires or plumbing behind the mounting position before
drilling. Ensure the mounting position is flat.

Avertissement : S'assurer qu'il n'y a aucun fil électrique ou tuyauterie derrière l’emplacement avant de
percer les trous. S’assurer que le mur est plein à l’endroit de fixation de la plaque.

a. Place the mounting bracket onto the surface and mark out the two mounting screw holes. Refer to Figure
6-3 for dimensions. Use a spirit level to ensure the bracket is level.
b. Use the appropriate fasteners to suit the mounting surface. Secure the bracket to the surface.

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205.0mm A Legend
8.07in
A Tab
B This side to detector
C 8mm (1/3 in) diameter

C C

Figure 6-3: Hole Dimensions and Orientation of Mounting Bracket

6.5 Attaching the Detector onto the Bracket

a. Determine the required orientation for the VESDA VLC.
b. Mount the detector onto the bracket by placing the four rectangular slots located on the rear of the
detector onto the four bracket tabs. Refer to Figure 6-4.
c. Slide the device downwards until it locks onto the tabs and screw in the anti tamper screw. Refer to
Figure 6-5 for screw location.
d. Check the unit does not slide off its bracket.

Legend
A A Back of the box
B Rectangular slots x4
B
C Mounting bracket
D Bracket tab x4

Figure 6-4: Mounting the Detector onto the Mounting Bracket

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Legend
A Programming Socket
B Cable Terminal Strips
C Air Inlet Port
D Cable Entry Ports
E Anti-tamper Screw
F Fuse 1.6A
G Aspirator
H Air Exhaust Port
I Filter Release Screw
J Air Filter Cartridge
K VESDAnet Number
L Termination Card

Figure 6-5: Location of Anti Tamper Screw and other Components inside the Enclosure

6.6 Connecting the Air Sampling Pipe

The air inlet port is designed to fit a standard pipe of 25mm (1in) OD. A tapering of the air inlet port prevents the
pipe from being inserted beyond 15mm (5/8in).
Note: Where it is common practice to use ¾ inch pipe which has a 1 1/16 inch OD, a suitable adaptor
should be used to connect the pipe to the inlet manifold. Such an adaptor is supplied with the
VESDA VLC in the appropriate territories.
a. De-burr and square off the end of the sampling air pipe. Ensure the pipe is free from debris.
b. Remove the plugs from the inlet and exhaust ports.
c. Insert the pipe into the inlet port ensuring a firm fit. DO NOT glue this connection.
d. Pipe the exhaust when necessary.

Caution: DO NOT GLUE THE AIR INLET AND EXHAUST PIPE CONNECTION – THIS ACTION
WILL VOID YOUR WARRANTY.
Glued connections makes disconnecting the air sampling pipe from the VESDA VLC for
maintenance extremely difficult and will result in damage to the equipment.

Attention : NE PAS COLLER LES TUBES D'ENTRÉE D'AIR ET DE REFOULEMENT AU NIVEAU DU

DETECTEUR.
Un raccordement collé rendra indémontable le tube de prélèvement d'air du VLC et rendra les
opérations de maintenance extrêmement difficile, de plus, il pourra endommager l’appareil.

6.7 Cabling Using Glands and Conduits

6.7.1 Using Glands
a. If using cable glands, use the correct gland size to fit the 25mm (1in) Ø cable entry hole.
b. Run the wires through the glands and into the VESDA VLC enclosure. Use your local codes and
electrical standards for cabling.

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6.7.2 Using Conduits

a. Terminate the conduits at the cable entry holes on the sides of the box using the appropriate conduit
connectors.
b. Run the wires through the conduits and into the VESDA VLC enclosure. Use your local codes and
electrical standards for cabling.

Terminal A Terminal B
1 Bias (-) (GND) 1 Shield

2 Reset (-) (GPI) 2 VESDAnet A (-)

3 Reset (+) (GPI) 3 VESDAnet A (+)

4 Bias (+) 4 Shield

5 LED (-) (GND) 5 VESDAnet B (-)

6 LED (+) 6 VESDAnet B (+)

7 FIRE (NO) 7 Power (-)

8 Fire (C) 8 Power (+)

9 Pre-Alarm (NO) 9 Power (-)

10 Pre-Alarm (C) 10 Power (+)

11 Fault (NO) NC = Normally Close

12 Fault (C) NO = Normally Open

13 Fault (NC) C = Common

Legend
A Terminal A D 1.6 Amp Fuse
B Terminal B E VESDAnet Socket
C Relays

Figure 6-6: Terminal Pins Location on Termination Card for VN model

Terminal A Terminal B
1 FIRE (NO) 1 Bias (-) (GND)

2 Fire (C) 2 Reset (-) (GPI)

3 PRE-ALARM (NO) 3 Reset (+) (GPI)

4 PRE-ALARM (C) 4 Bias (+)

5 FAULT (NO) 5 LED (-) (GND)

6 FAULT (C) 6 LED (+)

7 FAULT (NC) 7 Power (-)

NC = Normally Close 8 Power (+)
NO = Normally Open 9 Power (-)
C = Common 10 Power (+)

Legend
A Terminal A D 1.6 Amp Fuse
B Terminal B E VESDAnet Socket
C Relays

Figure 6-7: Terminal Pins Location on Termination Card for RO Mode

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6.8 Procedure to Terminate Wires to the Termination Card

Use the appropriate wiring standards for your country or use the following suggested procedure listed below.
a. Strip off 5 to 10mm (1/5 to 2/5 in) of outer insulation from each wire.
b. Twist wire strands together for multi-stranded wire only.
c. Insert wire into terminal.
d. Tighten terminal screw.
e. Check the wire is firmly attached to the terminal.
f. Ensure no bare wires are exposed at the terminals. The wire insulation must reach to the end of the
terminal.
g. Check the terminations are correct by referring to the appropriate circuit diagrams in this guide.

6.9 Terminating the Power Wires to the Termination Card

Refer to Figure 6-6 or Figure 6-7 for the power terminals location on the termination card.
Connect the power wires to the Power terminals as shown in Figure 6-8.

Legend
A From 24V Power Supply
B 24V Power to Next Device

Figure 6-8: Wire Connection Details for Power

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6.10 Connecting the VESDAnet Wires to the Termination Card (VN

model only)
a. Refer to Figure 6-6 for the network terminals location on the termination card.
b. Connect the VESDAnet wires as shown in Figure 6-9. This diagram is only an example for five detectors.
This wiring method is similar for two or more detectors.
c. Maintain the wiring polarity throughout the network and do not leave any VESDAnet terminals
unconnected.
Notes:
l While an Open Loop configuration is possible (refer to System Design Manual), it is strongly
recommended that the Closed Loop configuration be installed to achieve a fault tolerant loop
l When a VN model detector is not used in a VESDAnet loop and is to be used as a stand-alone detector
the VESDAnet terminals must be wired as per Figure 6-10.

Shield Shield
Shield 1
A- A-
A- 2
A+ A+
A+ 3

Shield 4 Shield Shield

B- 5 B- B-
B+ 6
B+ B+

Module 2 Module 3

Shield Shield
Module 1
A- A-
(VLC)
A+ A+
Shield Shield
B- B-
B+ B+

Module 5 Module 4
Figure 6-9: Wire Connection Details for VESDAnet

Shield
A-
A+
Shield
B-
B+
Figure 6-10: Wire Connection Details for VESDAnet Loop

6.11 Terminating the Relay Wires to the Termination Card

a. Refer to Figure 6-6 or Figure 6-7 for the relay terminals location on the termination card.
b. Connect the relay wires to the terminals as per Figure 6-11 and your site requirements.

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Terminal A Terminal A

1 NO 7 NO
2 C Fire 8 C Fire

3 NO 9 NO
4 C Pre-Alarm 10 C Pre-Alarm

5 NO 11 NO
6 C 12 C
Fault Fault
7 NC 13 NC

Terminal pin location for RO Model Terminal pin location for VN Model

Figure 6-11: Wire Connections Details for Relays

6.12 Terminating the Auxiliary Wires to the Termination Card

a. Refer to Figure 8 or Figure 9 for the Reset, LED and Bias terminals on the termination card for the RO or
VN model.
b. The function for these outputs are as follows:-
LED +/- This output terminal provides a maximum of 5V, 15mA via a 220 ohm
resistor to power a remote LED.
Bias +/- This output provides a 10V supply via a 1Kohm resistor to power the
remote Reset/Isolate switch when connected as per Figure 6-12.
Reset +/- This input terminal has three functions, (Mains OK, Standby and
Reset) and requires an input voltage supply between 5V to 24VDC to
operate.
c. Terminate the RESET, LED and Bias wires as per your site requirements or with reference to Figure 6-12

Switch
Closed Isolate
Open Reset

Figure 6-12: Wire Connection Details for Auxiliaries

6.13 Closing the VLC

a. Tie all wires together into neat looms using cable ties.
b. Reattach the front cover to the plastic tie and connect the LED CARD connector to the socket on the
termination card if you have removed the cover and the connector.
c. Perform the power up as per Chapter 7 and preliminary checks as per Chapter 8.
d. Close up the VESDA VLC and secure the cover with the two screws.

6.14 Pipe Bonding Check

a. Check all the plastic pipe connecting joints are fully sealed and bonded with glue to eliminate unwanted
air leaks. If applicable, check all metal pipe joints are sealed.
b. Check the pipe joint at the air inlet to the VESDA VLC in not bonded and fits firmly into the air inlet
socket.
c. Check all pipes are securely attached to a mounting surface with the proper fasteners.
d. Check the number and sizes of the sampling air holes on the pipes are correct.
e. Check the routing of the pipes is correct with reference to the site plan.

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7 Power Up
Caution: Powering up the system must be done by VESDA accredited personnel.

Attention : La mise sous tension doit être effectuée par du personnel accrédité VESDA.

7.1 Power Up the System

a. Remove the 1.6A fuse on the termination card.
b. Turn on the power to the detector.
c. Check the DC voltage at the Power terminals on the termination card is between 18 VDC to 30 VDC.
Disconnect the power immediately if the supply voltage is above 30VDC or less than 18VDC and
troubleshoot the fault.
d. Replace the fuse when the measured voltage is OK. The system takes approximately 15 seconds to
power up during which time an LED test sequence is performed.
e. If the system fails to power up:-
l Check all the power wires are securely connected to the Power terminals.
l Check the polarities of the power wires are correctly terminated.
l Check for a blown fuse on the termination card. Refer to Figure 6-5 for the fuse location.
Note: The detector may show faults immediately after power up and this is normal. Reset the unit by
pressing the RESET switch on the front cover of the detector to unlatch the relays and fault lights.
The fault light on the front cover will light up and this is normal. Proceed to Chapter 8.

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8 Preliminary System Checks

Perform the following preliminary system checks before commissioning.
a. Logging onto the system with a PC or a LCD Programmer. Refer to Section 8.1.
b. Normalise the airflow. Refer to Section 8.2.
c. VESDAnet communication checks for VN models only. Refer to Section 8.3.
d. Basic pass/fail smoke test. Refer to Section 8.4.

8.1 Logging On to the System

Check with your distributor for the User level and PIN number to log on to the system.

8.1.1 Logging on with a PC

To program the VLC (RO) detector with a PC
a. Connect the RS232 data cable from the PC output port to the 9 pin programming socket on the
termination card in the detector.
b. Run Xtralis VSC from the PC.
c. Enter your User level and PIN number.
To program the VLC (VN) detector with a PC
a. A PC-LINK HLI device must be connected between the PC and the 15-pin VESDAnet socket to program
the VN model detector.
b. Connect the RS232 data cable from the PC output port to the 9-pin socket on the PC-Link HLI device.
c. Connect the 15-pin output port of the PC-LINK HLI device to the 15-pin VESDAnet socket on the
termination card in the detector or to any remote VESDAnet sockets if wired to the detector.
d. Run Xtralis VSC from the PC.
e. Enter your User level and PIN number.

8.1.2 Logging on with a LCD Programmer (For VN Model Only)

Connect the programmer lead to either one of the following sockets:
l To the 15-pin, programming socket on the termination card; or
l To a remote VESDAnet socket within the VESDAnet loop
Wait for the programmer to power up. Log in your User level and PIN number into the programmer.

8.2 Normalize the Air Flow and Clearing Air Flow Faults
a. List all the VESDAnet numbers for all detectors to be normalized.
b. Refer to Section 8.2.1 for LCD programming or Section 8.2.2 for PC programming.
c. It takes approximately 11 minutes for the system to normalize during which time the Green OK LED
flashes twice every second to indicate that normalization is in progress.
d. Check the airflow level is approximately 100% when normalization is completed.
e. Press the Reset/Isolate button on the front cover to reset the detector after Normalization. All the fault
lights should go off. If any of the fault lights are lit consult the Status menu on the programmer or the
Active Event List on Xtralis VSC to determine the faults and consult your System Design Manual to
rectify.
f. If the unit fails to normalize it is because the measured airflow may be too low. Check for blockages in
the sampling air pipe and check that the exhaust plug has been removed.

8.2.1 Using a LCD Programmer (For VN Model only)

a. Refer to the LCD menu tree supplied with each VESDA VLC (VN) detector.
b. Select the detector to be normalized from the displayed list of devices.
c. Select Setup by Zone/Type menu ↵ Normalize ↵ Start ↵ (↵ = Enter Key).
d. To check the airflow level, go to the Normalize or Status menu after normalizing.

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8.2.2 Using a PC
a. From the View menu select Device View.
b. Select the detector to be normalized from the displayed list of devices.
c. From the Device menu, select Normalize Air Flow to start the function.
d. To check the airflow level, select the Current Flow command under Device menu after normalizing.

8.3 VESDAnet Communication Check (For VN Model only)

Note: This test verifies the VESDAnet system is functioning and all devices connected on VESDAnet are
communicating.
a. List all VESDAnet numbers for all devices connected onto the communication loop.
b. Refer to Section 8.3.1 for LCD programming or Section 8.3.2 for PC programming.
c. Verify the VESDAnet number for each device on the network is shown on the list.
d. If there are some devices not found on the display list, check the VESDAnet cabling to all the devices is
correct.

8.3.1 Using LCD Programmer

a. Go to Show Wiring Order menu and press ↵ .
b. Check the displayed list shows all the connected devices and the VESDAnet number for each device is
correct.
c. Check for any devices not connected and troubleshoot if necessary.

8.3.2 Using a PC
a. Select Device list from the View menu.
b. Check the displayed list shows all the connected devices and the VESDAnet number for each device is
correct.
c. Check for any devices not connected and troubleshoot if necessary.

8.4 Basic Pass/Fail Smoke Test

Note: This test verifies the detector will sense smoke. It does not replace any appropriate commissioning
test.
a. Isolate the detector by pressing the Reset key for more than 2 seconds.
b. Check the Reset/Isolate LED lights up.
c. Inject smoke into any sampling air hole.
d. Wait for one of the red LEDs on the front panel to light up.
e. If the LED does not light up contact a fully trained accredited VESDA engineer.
f. Reset the detector by pressing the Reset switch once when the smoke test passes.

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9 Installation Checklist
Site Name

Address

Detector Serial Number(s) and Date of

Manufacture
Name of Installer

Signature

Date

Perform the following checks listed below to ensure that all the necessary items are completed before handing
over to a commissioning engineer.

Installation Checks Yes No

Were the detector and the mounting bracket intact in the box?
Is the detector securely locked onto its mounting bracket?
Is the sampling air pipe firmly connected to the air inlet port? Ensure the
pipe is NOT glued.
Have the power wires been connected to the correct terminals on the
detector?
If required, has the end of line resistor been connected?
Have the alarm signaling wires been terminated to the correct terminals
of the detector?
Is the exhaust pipe firmly fitted to the exhaust port? Ensure the pipe is
NOT glued.
Has the front cover been replaced correctly?
Has the basic pass/fail test been performed?
Has AutoLearn Flow and AutoLearn Smoke been performed?
Please state the AutoLearn Smoke period____________
Is the air sampling pipework installed and checked as per the site plans?

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10 Maintenance and Parts Replacement

To maintain the VESDA VLC at its peak performance the maintenance schedule given below should be
followed.
To work effectively the VESDA VLC Detector needs to be supported by a well designed Pipe Network.
The Maintenance Schedule includes the maintenance required for the Pipe Network.
Table 10-1: Maintenance schedule

Maintenance Check Quarterly Six Annually Biennial

Monthly
Power Supply1 X
Check Pipe Network2 X
Filter Inspection X
Pipe Integrity Smoke Test X
Check Pipe Flow X
Clean Sampling Point X
Flush Pipe Network X

1. Depends upon Regional Codes and Standards

2. May require more frequent maintenance depending upon the environment
Note: The frequency of maintenance checks could vary depending upon local codes and standards and
the environment of the installation.

Caution: When a VESDA VLC detector has been isolated, no fire warnings will be issued by the VESDA VLC
and any fire will go undetected. Prior to any maintenance or testing:
l Inform appropriate supervising authority about the risk associated with isolating a VESDA
address (formerly known as a VESDA Zone).
l Ensure that any ancillary devices dependent on the VESDA VLC is/are isolated before work is
begun.

AVERTISSEMENT : Quand une zone VESDA a été isolée, aucun avertissement d'incendie n'est envoyé
par le VESDA VLC et tout incendie ne sera pas signalé. Avant tout entretien ou
essai :
l Informez l'autorité compétente du risque associé à l'isolement d'une zone
VESDA.
l Vérifiez que tous les appareils accessoires dépendant du détecteur VESDA
VLC sont activés par l'isolement avant le début des travaux.

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10.1 Exploded view of VESDA VLC components

Legend
A Air Filter Cartridge
B Termination Card Screws (4)
C Termination Card
D Main Enclosure
E Aspirator
F Sample Air Hose
G Front Cover
H Aspirator Cable Loom
I Manifold Outlet Flange

Figure 10-1: Exploded View

10.2 Opening the Detector

1. Undo two Philips head screws on front cover (A).
2. Open front cover (B) and allow cover to hang by the attached plastic strap.

Legend
A Cover
B Screws

10.3 Closing the Detector

1. Replace the front cover over detector enclosure ensuring the plastic strap and cable loom is not wedged
between cover and enclosure.
2. Tighten the two screws (A)

10.4 Replacing the Air Filter Cartridge

Disassembly
1. Locate the air filter cartridge (A) inside the detector compartment.
2. Undo the recessed Philips head filter screw (B).

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Legend
A Air Filter Cartridge
B Filter Screw

Figure 10-2: Air Filter Cartridge

3. Lift out the air filter cartridge (A).

Legend
A Air Filter Cartridge

Figure 10-3: Air Filter Cartridge Removal

Assembly
1. Insert a new air filter cartridge (A).
2. Tighten filter screw (B).
3. Reset the filter counter by connecting a LCD programmer or a PC with Xtralis VSC software to the
programming socket.
4. Using a LCD programmer (VN version only):
l Enter your user level and PIN number to Log ON to the detector.
l Initiate the New Filter command located under the Filter menu.
5. Using a PC only (Applicable to RO version) or Using a PC with a PC-Link HLI (Applicable to VN version
only):
l Enter your user level and PIN number to Log ON to the detector.
l Initiate Reset Filter Settings command located under the Device menu.
6. Close up the detector.

10.5 Replacing the Aspirator

Disassembly
1. Remove the four screws (A) securing the termination card.
2. Disconnect the aspirator cable loom from the connector on the aspirator.
3. Gently pull out termination card (B) from interface card (connected behind).

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Legend
A Screws
B Termination Card
C Interface Card Connector

Figure 10-4: Remove Termination Card

4. Be careful not to dislodge any wires connected to the termination card.
5. Leave the termination card suspended by its wires.
6. Pull off the air hose from aspirator pipe (D).
7. Undo three Philips head screws securing aspirator (E). Screws are captive and do not come off the
aspirator.
8. Turn aspirator anti-clockwise (F) using the exhaust port as the pivot point.
9. Push aspirator upward (G) and remove.

Legend
D Aspirator Pipe
E Screws
F Aspirator
G Push Aspirator upward
H Air Hose

Figure 10-5: Remove Aspirator

Assembly
1. Check the new aspirator has a gasket on the inlet flange and three attached screws.
2. If dirty, wipe the manifold outlet flange surface located beneath the center of the aspirator when it is
fitted.
3. Do the reverse of disassembly.
4. Secure aspirator with three screws.
5. Connect removed air hose to pipe on aspirator. Ensure a tight fit over the pipe.
6. Insert Termination Card (B) into interface card (C).
7. Secure the termination card with four screws.
8. Connect aspirator cable connector to socket on aspirator. Connector is polarized and only be inserted
one way.
9. Check all wires are secured to their connectors or terminals.
10. Power ON the detector and check the aspirator is running.
11. Close the detector.

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